PGT Dissertations
The following processes are available to you, however please complete in conjunction with the University Extenuating Circumstances Policy.
September Start MSc
Dissertation Submission Extension Options
| What is the submission date of my dissertation? |
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| How do I apply for an extension? | Complete this form: PGT Extension Request Form |
| What is the deadline to apply? | 30th August 2025 |
| How long an extension can I have? | 1 month, 3 months or bespoke |
| Do I need evidence? | Yes, plus a workplan, statement and supervisor statement |
| Do I need authorisation before submitting my request? | Yes, your dissertation supervisor needs to review and sign your completed extension before you submit to the Student Experience and Information Team |
| Where do I submit the extension request form? | Email to StudentSupport-ScienceEngineering@swansea.ac.uk |
| How will I know my extension has been approved? | You will recieve a formal email from Central University services with your new submission date |
| What is my new submission date? | This will vary depending on the evidence provided |
| Can I apply for an additional extension? | Yes, please use the above form and complete the process again with your new evidence and statement |
Please Note: If you are enrolled on a September start MSc and you had examinations between 4th August 2025 and 15th August 2025 due to deferrals or re-sits AND you progress into Part 2 of your MSc you will be awarded an automatic extension to submit your dissertation by 15th December 2025 (Departments may set an earlier deadline).
PGT Waiver Form (September Start MSc Students Only)
Please see below the process and requirements for MSc September start students who have been awarded supplementary assessments in the August Supplementary Period, but wish to cancel their automatic extension to submit their dissertation by 15th December 2025. Waiving the right to the automatic extension would allow submission by the original dissertation submission deadline of 30th September 2025*.
*Please see your Department Dissertation Handbook for your specific submission deadline.
To request this please complete the PGT Dissertation Waiver Form 2024-25 in full and submit to your Dissertation Supervisor, ensuring that you have signed the 'Signature of Student' section of the form.
This waiver is not applicable to students on MSc Advanced Sport Performance Science, MSc Engineering Leadership & Management and MSc Actuarial Science as these students are on flexible regulations.
Approval will be given as follows:
- If you have failed ONE module approval can be given from the Dissertation Supervisor.
- In exceptional circumstances, if you have failed TWO modules then approval would be required from the MSc Coordinator in addition to the Dissertation Supervisor.
Please Note:
- The decision of the Dissertation Supervisor and/or MSc Coordinator is final.
- You will only be able to submit your dissertation if you receive a decision of ‘Pass Proceed’ after the supplementary board in September. If any other decision is awarded you will not be permitted to submit the dissertation and will not receive any marks, feedback or credit for the dissertation module.
- The deadline for your Dissertation Supervisor to return the completed PGT Waiver Form is Thursday 17th July 2025 at the latest. However, we strongly advise you to complete the form as early as possible.
- If you experience extenuating circumstances after the waiver has been confirmed you will be required to apply for Extenuating Circumstances (ECs).
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Engineering MSc January Start Courses
Dissertation Submission Extension Options
| I HAVE August Supplementary Exams (candidature end date of 23rd January 2026) | I DO NOT have August Supplementary exams (candidature end date of 23rd January 2026) | |
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| What is the submission date of my dissertation? | 17th September 2025 | 17th September 2025 |
| How do I apply for an extension? | E:Vision | E:Vision |
| What is my deadline to apply? | 12th September 2025 | 12th September 2025 |
| How long an extension can I have? | Maximum 3 months | Maximum 3 weeks |
| Do I need evidence? | No | Yes |
| Do I need authorisation before submitting my request? | It is advisable to speak with your dissertation supervisor, but the Student Experience and Information Team will authorise your extension request on behalf of the Faculty | |
| How will I know the extension has been approved? | You will recieve a confirmation email from E:Vision if approved | |
| What is my new submission date? | The maximum extension will be 2nd December 2025 | The maximum extension will be 3rd October 2025 |
| Can I apply for an additional extension? | Yes, please Contact Us. | Yes, please Contact Us. |
Computer Science MSc January Start Courses
Dissertation Submission Extension Options
| Short Term Extension | Long Term Extension | |
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| What is the submission date of my dissertation? | 29th September 2025 | 29th September 2025 |
| How do I apply for an extension? | E:Vision | PGT Extension Request Form |
| What is my deadline to apply? | 25th September 2025 | 30th August 2025 |
| How long an extension can I have? | Maximum 3 weeks | 1 month or 3 months |
| Do I need evidence? | Yes | Yes |
| Do I need authorisation before submitting my request? | It is advisable to speak with your dissertation supervisor, but the Student Experience and Information Team will authorise your extension request on behalf of the Faculty | Yes, your dissertation supervisor needs to review and sign your completed extension before you submit to Student Support Team |
| How will I know the extension has been approved? | You will recieve a confirmation email from E:Vision if approved | You will receive a formal email from Central University services with your new submission date |
| What is my new submission date? | The maximum extension will be 20th October 2025 | This can vary depending on the evidence provided |
| Can I apply for an additional extension? | Yes, please Contact Us. | Yes, please Contact Us. |
